Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job Summary

California Care Recovery is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and energetic Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our small residential detox and mental health treatment team. Our intimate setting allows you to build meaningful connections with patients and provide individualized care throughout their recovery. THIS IS FOR 8 HOUR SHIFTS WE HAVE ONE OPPORTUNITY FOR 40 HOURS AND ONE FOR 16-24 HOURS

Working closely with our medical and clinical teams, you will administer medications as ordered, monitor vital signs and withdrawal symptoms, document care accurately, and promptly communicate changes in patients’ conditions. The ideal candidate brings sound nursing judgment, strong communication skills, and a calm, supportive approach to caring for individuals experiencing substance use and mental health challenges. Join a collaborative team where your work makes a direct difference every day.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care in a small residential detox and mental health treatment setting.
• Monitor vital signs, withdrawal symptoms, physical health, and changes in mental status, promptly reporting concerns to the appropriate medical provider.
• Administer prescribed medications according to provider orders and facility policies; monitor effectiveness, side effects, and adverse reactions.
• Support medically supervised detox by completing ordered withdrawal screenings and following established treatment protocols within the LVN scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record, including medication administration, nursing observations, and communication with providers.
• Collaborate with medical providers, therapists, case managers, and behavioral health staff to support individualized treatment plans and continuity of care.
• Collect specimens and perform ordered screenings within the LVN scope of practice and facility protocols.
• Educate patients about medications, symptom management, healthy routines, and discharge instructions.
• Recognize and respond to medical emergencies and behavioral health crises according to training and facility procedures.
• Maintain medication security, infection prevention practices, patient confidentiality, and a safe, supportive treatment environment.
• Prepare rooms for new intakes, sanitize, and help the team prepare daily.

Requirements

• Active California LVN license in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Experience in detox, substance use treatment, mental health, or residential care preferred.
• Knowledge of withdrawal symptoms, medication safety, and caring for patients with co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions.
• Familiarity with withdrawal monitoring tools, including CIWA-Ar and COWS, preferred.
• Ability to administer prescribed medications accurately, monitor patient responses, and promptly communicate concerns to medical providers.
• Experience with electronic health records; familiarity with Kipu preferred.
• Strong observation, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to recognize changes in physical or mental status and respond calmly to medical emergencies and behavioral health crises.
• Compassionate, professional approach with clear boundaries and respect for patient dignity and confidentiality.
• Ability to collaborate with medical providers, therapists, case managers, and behavioral health staff in a small residential setting.
• Knowledge of infection prevention practices and willingness to assist with room preparation, sanitizing, and daily facility needs.
• Ability to perform duties within the LVN scope of practice, under required supervision, provider orders, and facility policies.

Join California Care and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals recovering from addiction and mental health challenges. In our small residential setting, you’ll work with a dedicated team that values your nursing skills, supports your professional growth, and treats every patient with compassion, dignity, and respect.

Pay: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance